SASSA Grants - Types, Amounts, Payment Schedule and How They Work

SASSA Grants Quick Answer

The main SASSA grants are the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Care Dependency Grant, Grant-in-Aid, War Veterans Grant and the SRD R370 grant.

Most permanent SASSA grants are linked to a specific life situation, such as old age, disability, child care or foster care. The SRD grant is different because it is assessed month by month and can show a different result for each month.

Need SRD only? Use the SRD R370 status check tool if you want to check an SRD grant result using your ID number and SRD application phone number.

How SASSA Grants Work

SASSA grants are not all the same. Some grants support adults, some support children, and some provide extra help when a person needs regular care from another person. This is why the correct grant depends on the person’s age, care situation, disability status, income position and supporting documents.

Permanent grants usually require an application and supporting documents. SRD R370 works differently because it is checked repeatedly through monthly database and eligibility checks. A person can therefore have a permanent grant process on one side and an SRD monthly status process on another side.

Permanent social grants These include old age, disability, child support, foster child, care dependency, grant-in-aid and war veterans grants.

Temporary social relief SRD R370 is checked month by month and can show approved, pending, declined or referred depending on the monthly checks.

Official control SASSA and official government systems control grant applications, approvals, reviews, payments and official records.

Types of SASSA Grants

Each SASSA grant has a different purpose. Do not choose a grant only by the amount. Choose it by the situation it is meant to support and the documents needed to prove qualification.

Older Persons Grant

For qualifying people from age 60 who meet SASSA rules and the means test.

Old Age Grant

Disability Grant

For qualifying adults whose disability is supported by the required medical assessment.

Disability Grant

Child Support Grant

For a qualifying primary caregiver who supports a child under 18.

Child Support Grant

Foster Child Grant

For a foster parent caring for a child legally placed in their care by court order.

Foster Child Grant

Care Dependency Grant

For a caregiver of a child with a severe disability who needs full-time special care.

Care Dependency Grant

Grant-in-Aid

Extra support for a person already receiving a qualifying grant who needs regular care from another person.

Grant-in-Aid

War Veterans Grant

For qualifying war veterans who meet the age, disability or support requirements.

War Veterans Grant

SRD R370 Grant

Temporary social relief support assessed month by month for qualifying applicants.

SRD Grant

SASSA Grant Amounts

The table below gives a quick view of the main monthly SASSA grant amounts. Amounts can change after official announcements, so use the source link below the table when checking important payment information.

Grant	Monthly Amount	What the Grant Is For
Older Persons Grant	R2,400	Support for qualifying people from age 60.
Older Persons Grant, age 75+	R2,420	Higher amount for qualifying older persons aged 75 and above.
Disability Grant	R2,400	Support for qualifying adults with a disability.
Care Dependency Grant	R2,400	Support for qualifying children with severe disabilities who need full-time care.
War Veterans Grant	R2,420	Support for qualifying war veterans.
Foster Child Grant	R1,290	Support for a foster child legally placed in the foster parent’s care.
Child Support Grant	R580	Support for a qualifying caregiver of a child under 18.
Grant-in-Aid	R580	Extra support where a qualifying grant beneficiary needs regular care.
SRD Grant	R370	Temporary social relief support assessed through SRD monthly checks.

Official amount reference: SA Government News social grant update. You can also use the SASSA grants information portal for grant information.

SASSA Payment Schedule

Permanent SASSA grants are normally paid in groups. Older persons grants are usually paid first, followed by disability grants, then children’s grants. This order helps separate high-volume payments across different days.

SRD R370 does not work like the permanent grant schedule. SRD payment timing depends on the monthly SRD status outcome, processing, banking verification and whether a pay date appears for that month.

For the dedicated monthly schedule, use the SASSA payment dates page.

Which SASSA Grant Fits Which Situation?

A useful way to understand SASSA grants is to look at the life situation first. The amount matters, but the qualifying reason matters more.

Situation	Likely Grant to Check	Important Note
You are 60 or older	Older Persons Grant	SASSA will still check qualification rules and income limits.
You are an adult with a disability	Disability Grant	A medical assessment is usually part of the process.
You care for a child under 18	Child Support Grant	The caregiver and child must meet the grant rules.
A child is placed in your foster care	Foster Child Grant	A valid court order is central to this grant.
A child needs full-time special care	Care Dependency Grant	The child’s disability and care needs must be assessed.
You already receive a qualifying grant and need regular care	Grant-in-Aid	This is an additional grant, not a stand-alone main grant.
You need temporary relief and do not receive another qualifying income support	SRD R370	SRD is assessed month by month and can change per month.

How to Apply for a SASSA Grant

Permanent grant applications usually need proof of identity, supporting documents and information that helps SASSA confirm the applicant’s situation. The required documents are not identical for every grant.

Choose the grant that matches the person’s situation.
Check the documents needed for that grant type.
Apply through SASSA or the official SASSA services route where available.
Keep proof of application and any reference details.
Follow up if SASSA requests more information or documents.

Official online services are available through the SASSA services portal. Some cases may still require help from a SASSA office or official contact channel.

Safety: SASSA grant applications are not something you should pay a stranger to approve. Do not share OTPs, banking PINs, card details or private login information with anyone promising guaranteed grant approval.

Why SRD R370 Is Different From Other SASSA Grants

SRD R370 often causes confusion because it is a SASSA-related grant, but it does not behave exactly like permanent grants. A permanent grant may continue once approved, subject to reviews and rules. SRD is checked for each month, so the same person may see different outcomes in different months.

This is why SRD users often see words such as approved, pending, declined or referred. Those words relate to the monthly SRD status process, not necessarily to every other SASSA grant.

Common SASSA Grant Problems

Many grant problems are caused by missing documents, changed banking details, changed cellphone numbers, income checks, identity verification issues or misunderstanding which grant process applies.

Application delayed Check whether SASSA still needs documents, assessment results, identity verification or updated contact details.

Payment not received Confirm the payment schedule, bank account details and whether the grant was approved or still being processed.

Wrong grant route Make sure the issue is not SRD-specific before following SRD appeal, banking or status-check steps.

Scam risk Be careful of anyone asking for money to approve a grant, unlock a SASSA profile or speed up payment.

SASSA Grants FAQs

What are the main SASSA grants?

The main grants include the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Care Dependency Grant, Grant-in-Aid, War Veterans Grant and SRD R370.

Is SRD the same as other SASSA grants?

No. SRD R370 is assessed month by month, while permanent grants such as old age, disability and child support have their own application and payment processes.

Do all SASSA grants pay on the same date?

No. Permanent grants are usually paid in grouped dates, while SRD payments are processed separately and can differ by applicant and month.

Can I receive more than one SASSA grant?

It depends on the grant type and the person’s situation. Some grants cannot be combined, while Grant-in-Aid is specifically linked to another qualifying grant.

Can SRDTool.com approve a SASSA grant?

No. SRDTool.com is independent and cannot approve, decline, process, pay or speed up any SASSA grant.

Independent Disclaimer

SRDTool.com is independent and is not affiliated with SASSA, DSD, ITSAA or any South African government department. Official SASSA grants, applications, status results, appeals, payment schedules, banking updates and identity verification are controlled by official systems.